Serving 219 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bunker Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bunker Hill Elementary School serves the northeast part of Washington, DC, covering an attendance area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bunker Hill Elementary School's student population of 219 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
219 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Our Scholars Strive for Excellence!
School Rankings
Bunker Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bunker Hill Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#129 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
65%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
14%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
5%
Showing 2002–2012. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Light Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bunker Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Bunker Hill Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Bunker Hill Elementary School?
219 students attend Bunker Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bunker Hill Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bunker Hill Elementary School?
Bunker Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bunker Hill Elementary School offer ?
Bunker Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bunker Hill Elementary School part of?
Bunker Hill Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Bunker Hill Elementary School located?
Bunker Hill Elementary School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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